Phil Collins - Face Value gets 45th anniversary deluxe reissue
Published on 09/03/2026 at 07:33 | Editorial responsibility: Rafael Müller, Editor-in-Chief AD HOC NEWS
Phil Collins remains one of rock and pop’s defining solo voices, and his seminal debut album Face Value is set for a major revival this year. According to a radio feature citing his official channels, a 45th anniversary deluxe edition of the album titled Face Value (Full Value) will be released on September 18, 2026 as a 4LP vinyl box set.Radio report on the Face Value 45th anniversary edition
Face Value returns in a 45th anniversary box
The new Face Value (Full Value) edition marks 45 years since Collins first released the album in 1981 and became a solo star beyond Genesis. The anniversary box is described as a 4LP deluxe vinyl set, combining remasters and new mixes with live material from the era.Phil Collins official site
The radio feature notes that Collins’ team has prepared Dolby Atmos, 5.1 and new stereo mixes of the album, in addition to a remaster of the original mix, making this reissue substantially more extensive than earlier remaster campaigns.Details on mixes for the new edition
German tribute shows keep Collins’ songs on local stages
While Collins himself is retired from touring, his catalog remains highly visible in Germany through professional tribute acts. A detailed tour overview from the German tribute band PHIL lists a dense run of shows in German cities such as Rödermark, Karlsruhe, Lorsch, Baden-Baden, Worms and Bremen throughout 2026.PHIL 2026 tour schedule
PHIL’s calendar also extends beyond Germany to dates in Belgium, Denmark and Switzerland, confirming that Collins’ Genesis-era and solo material is being performed live across mainland Europe even though he is no longer on the road himself.European dates listed by PHIL
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Where Phil Collins’ career stands now
Phil Collins is currently a non-touring artist who focuses on catalog projects and archival releases such as the upcoming Face Value (Full Value) box set, with live performances of his music largely handled by tribute and cover productions.
The musical core of Face Value
Face Value is widely regarded as a key work of early-1980s pop and soft rock, combining drum-machine grooves and live drums with emotional ballads like In the Air Tonight and soulful horn arrangements produced with a strong rhythm-section focus.
Phil Collins at a glance
- Act: Phil Collins
- Genre: Rock / pop
- Origin: London, United Kingdom
- Active: 1970s-2020s (solo career established in 1981)
- Lineup: Solo
- Label: Atlantic / Virgin (for Face Value)
- Key works: Face Value (1981), No Jacket Required (1985), ...But Seriously (1989), Both Sides (1993)
- Current album/single: Face Value (Full Value), release date September 18, 2026
- Charts / certifications: Face Value historically reached high chart positions worldwide and cemented Collins as a solo headliner; he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a solo artist in 2026.
- Next live date: no announced live date at present
Frequently asked questions about Phil Collins
When will the Face Value (Full Value) box set be released?
The 45th anniversary vinyl box set Face Value (Full Value) is scheduled for release on September 18, 2026, marking 45 years since the original album appeared in 1981.
Is Phil Collins still touring or playing concerts?
Phil Collins has retired from touring and does not have any announced future live dates. His songs are currently performed on stage by tribute productions such as PHIL and The Phil Collins Story in Europe and North America.
How can fans in Germany experience Phil Collins’ music live in 2026?
Fans in Germany can attend tribute shows by bands like PHIL – The Genesis & Phil Collins Tribute Show, which play multiple dates across German cities in 2026 and focus on Collins’ solo hits and Genesis-era material.
